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PWY 501K

1972 Triumph Dolomite

Brown Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

86,477 mi
Last recorded86,477 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2011
Typical for 1972 Triumph Dolomite52,584 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPWY 501K
MakeTriumph
ModelDolomite
Year1972
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2011 86,477 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 86,259 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 86,254 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside front tyre perished

Pass 9 Jun 2009 86,105 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 86,104 miles

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Pass 20 May 2008 85,189 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 85,189 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Jun 2007 84,450 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

all four tyres starting to perrish

Pass 28 Apr 2006 84,126 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Dolomite?

Based on 17,210 MOT tests across 2,188 vehicles.

72.4%
Pass Rate
575
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
2,188
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 855
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 681
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 669
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 625
brake binding 589
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PWY 501K is a 1972 Triumph Dolomite in Brown with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1972 Triumph Dolomite models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 52,584 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph Dolomite fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 855 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PWY 501K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Dolomite typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 54 years old, this Triumph Dolomite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PWY 501K registered?

PWY 501K is a 1972 Triumph Dolomite, first registered on 12 June 1972.

Is PWY 501K safe to buy?

The MOT history for PWY 501K shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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